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We inform you that the transfer of public hearing data from the "Ecoportal" information system to the "Environment and Natural Resources National Data Bank" information platform has been completed. In this regard, from March 26, 2025, the "Public hearings" component is available in the information system of the "National Data Bank of the State of the Environment and Natural Resources". (ish.6052, 6000);In addition, a request for a technical problem is accepted by e-mail to sd_ndbecology@nitec.kz: (it is necessary to send a screenshot and a detailed description of the problem). Applications will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis.In addition, please contact us at 8(7172) 24-94-11 for advice on questions about applying for the "Public Hearings" component on the platform.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/963904?lang=kk

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Parents and legal representatives of minor children can check information about the calculated target requirements under the "National Fund for Children" program through the eGov.kz portal and the eGov Mobile mobile application. Parents and legal representatives can check the calculated funds in several ways: in the "Digital Documents" section located in the Personal Account of the eGov.kz e-government portal, the "Digital Documents" service in the eGov Mobile mobile application, and through the kids.enpf.kz website. If the application or portal does not contain data about the child or it is displayed incorrectly, there is no need to worry - this will not affect the calculation of target requirements in the UAPF. The user can update the section and enter the necessary data using the "Update data about children" service in the eGov Mobile application. It takes 2–5 business days to make changes. Frequently Asked Questions How to correct errors in child data? If the child's data is incorrect, you need to open the relevant digital document and click on the three dots in the upper right corner. Select the "Report an error" button and fill out the form in the "Update child data" service. You also need to attach a birth certificate and submit an application. The request will be considered within 2–5 business days. How to add child data to receive information about funds accrued from the National Fund? If there is no information about the child in the application, this will not affect the calculation of targeted requirements. To add data, go to the "Digital documents" section and select the "Family" section. Click the "Add a child" button, fill out the form and register a birth certificate. The application will be reviewed within 2–5 business days. What should I do if my child's information is missing from my personal account on the eGov.kz portal? It is recommended to use the eGov Mobile mobile application to receive up-to-date information. The application displays up-to-date information. National Information Technologies JSCSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/929772

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Amman, February 13, 2025 – A solemn ceremony of presenting credentials of the Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan Talgat Shaldanbay as Ambassador of Kazakhstan concurrently to Palestine to the President of the State of Palestine Mahmoud Abbas was held.The ceremony took place in Amman and followed by an audience with the President of Palestine, during which key issues of strengthening Kazakh-Palestinian relations were discussed. Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of Palestine Mohammed Mustafa and Advisor to the President of Palestine on Diplomatic Affairs Majdi Al-Khaldi attended the meeting.Ambassador Shaldanbay conveyed to President Abbas a greeting from President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. He also assured that, as Ambassador, he would make every effort to develop friendly relations between Kazakhstan and Palestine on a bilateral basis and within the framework of international organizations.In turn, President of Palestine warmly noted his visit to Astana in October 2022 and conveyed his best wishes to President of Kazakhstan.President Abbas wished success and fruitful work to Ambassador Shaldanbay for the benefit of bilateral cooperation. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/938137

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Astana, February 13, 2025 - Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu received Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran Ali Akbar Jokar.During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and prospects of bilateral cooperation, as well as upcoming events aimed at developing political, economic, cultural and humanitarian ties.The Kazakh Foreign Minister emphasized the importance of Iran as a reliable partner and noted the need to take concrete steps to deepen trade and economic cooperation. In this context, a special role is assigned to the Kazakhstan-Iran Intergovernmental Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, Technical and Cultural Cooperation, the next meeting of which is scheduled for the first half of 2025 in Kazakhstan.Separate attention was paid to the development of transport and logistics cooperation, including the expansion of transit routes.In addition, the diplomats exchanged views on topical issues of the regional and global agendas, as well as discussed interaction within multilateral organizations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/937830

Brussels, February 13, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Roman Vassilenko, held a series of meetings with representatives of key European Union institutions to discuss the prospects for deepening Kazakhstan-EU cooperation and strengthening regional partnerships in Central Asia.Discussions focused on priority areas of collaboration, including transport and infrastructure projects, sustainable development, energy partnerships, and the resilience of supply chains.During meetings with Luc Devigne, Deputy Managing Director of the European External Action Service (EEAS), and Viviane Loonela, Chief of Staff to the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, the sides addressed bilateral cooperation, emphasizing political dialogue, economic collaboration, and preparations for upcoming joint events.Key upcoming engagements were discussed, including the EU-Central Asia Ministerial Meeting in Ashgabat, the first EU-Central Asia Summit in Samarkand, and the Astana International Forum to be held in the first half of 2025.Both sides expressed mutual interest in further strengthening engagement in strategically significant areas, such as critical raw materials, green energy, and transport corridors, including the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route.“The timing of these meetings in Brussels is significant given the broad scope of our cooperation, the dynamic nature of our relations with the EU, the evolving foreign policy priorities of the new European Commission, and the rapidly changing geopolitical landscape,” noted Vassilenko. “The substantive and positive nature of the discussions reinforces our confidence in the long-term development of our mutually beneficial partnership.”Further discussions on regional development and infrastructure projects were held with Pēteris Ustubs, Director for International Partnerships at the European Commission, and Lucie Shestakova, Chief of Staff to the EU Commissioner for International Partnerships. The meetings explored joint projects aimed at developing transport corridors, modernizing logistics networks, and promoting sustainable energy and digital solutions.Energy cooperation and supply chain resilience were also in focus of the discussion. The sides exchanged views on advancing green energy initiatives, including the expansion of renewable energy sources and cooperation in low-carbon technologies.In a meeting with Olof Skoog, EU Special Representative for Human Rights (who assumes the role of Deputy Secretary-General of the EEAS from March 1), discussions centered on stability and security in Central Asia, as well as the constructive cooperation on the rule of law and humanitarian initiatives. Kazakhstan reaffirmed the importance of multilateral collaboration in these areas and expressed readiness to strengthen coordination with the EU.During a meeting with Giusi Princi, Chair of the European Parliament Delegation for Relations with Central Asia, plans were outlined for expanding interparliamentary cooperation between Kazakhstan and the EU. She welcomed Kazakhstan’s ongoing reforms under the leadership of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, recognizing their significance for democratic development and greater transparency in governance.They paid special attention to enhancing parliamentary dialogue, including experience-sharing and maintaining active engagement on key bilateral and regional issues. In this context, both sides stressed the importance of regular meetings and stronger parliamentary diplomacy mechanisms to advance joint initiatives and align legislative approaches.The meetings reaffirmed the commitment of Kazakhstan and the EU to further strengthen dialogue and expand practical collaboration across various sectors. Both sides expressed their readiness to continue working on joint initiatives, laying the groundwork for a sustainable and long-term partnership.For reference: The European Union is Kazakhstan’s largest trade and investment partner, accounting for approximately one-third of Kazakhstan’s foreign trade and accumulated foreign direct investment (FDI). Trade turnover in 2024 amounted to 48.7 billion dollars, with Kazakhstan’s exports at 38.1 billion and imports at 10.6 billion (+36.7%). FDI from EU countries in the first three quarters of 2024 totaled 6.4 billion US dollars.Kazakhstan is the first country in Central Asia to sign an Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (EPCA) with the EU, covering 29 areas of cooperation, including international and regional security, trade, investment, infrastructure development, innovation, culture, sports, and tourism.More than 3,000 companies with European capital operate in Kazakhstan, including major multinational corporations such as Shell, Schneider, Eni, Total, Air Liquide, Alstom, Siemens, and others. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/937860

A meeting of the regional commission for social partnership and regulation of social and labor relations was held in the regional center. It was attended by representatives of the Federation of Trade Unions of Kazakhstan, headed by Chairman Satybaldy Dauletalin, as well as heads of government agencies, employers and trade unions of Kostanay region.Main issues on the agenda:•Implementation of the Presidential Decree on the Year of Working Professions;•Prevention of occupational injuries;•Wage arrears and measures to eliminate them.The development of working professions is a priority of state policyOne of the key areas was the discussion of the Year of Working Professions, announced by the President of Kazakhstan. The development of the vocational education system and the creation of modern conditions for the training of specialists is an important step towards strengthening the country's human resources potential. Government agencies, employers and trade unions should work closely together to achieve these objectives.Safe working conditions and timely payment of wages are the key to stabilityAnother important issue of the meeting was ensuring safe working conditions and reducing occupational injuries. Representatives of the State Labor Inspectorate presented statistics on the situation in the region and measures taken to improve it.Special attention was paid to the problem of wage arrears. As Akim of the region Kumar Aksakalov emphasized, this issue is under constant control. Employers are responsible for the timely payment of salaries, and government agencies continue to work systematically to eliminate arrears.The role of trade unions in protecting workers' rightsThe governor of the region noted that trade unions should operate in all labor collectives – a reliable tool for protecting workers' rights. Compliance with labor laws, decent pay and safe working conditions are the foundation of social stability."Trade unions are not only the protection of labor rights, but also a mechanism for dialogue between employers and employees. It is important that they are present in all organizations and enterprises, acting as a guarantor of social justice," Kumar Aksakalov emphasized.Following the meeting of the commission, instructions were given to strengthen control over the labor rights of employees, develop the trade union movement and reduce wage arrears. The issues of protection of labor rights and social guarantees will remain among the key areas of work of the regional authorities.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/937921

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At the 2025 Asian Games, the Kazakhstan men's ski team won a bronze medal in the 4x7.5 km relay. The national team included two representatives of the Kostanay region - Nail Bashmakov and Vladislav Kovalev.The Kazakhstan skiers demonstrated a high level of training and a worthy fight, losing only to the strongest rivals from China and Japan. This is further proof that the domestic school of winter sports is successfully developing, and our athletes are capable of showing high results in the international arena.The Akim of the Kostanay region congratulated his fellow countrymen on their well-deserved award:"You showed excellent technique, endurance and team spirit. Your medal is a source of pride not only for the region, but for the whole country. I wish you new victories and great achievements!"The Kostanay region is rightfully proud of its skiers, who have been among the strongest in the country for many years. The region continues to develop sports infrastructure and support talented athletes, creating conditions for training new champions.We congratulate our skiers on the bronze medal and wish them further victories!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/937273